In the bustling world of pest control, hard work and dedication can really pay off. Meet Slug-A-Bug’s Billy Rolison, a 58-year-old Florida native, whose industry journey has been nothing short of remarkable. From his humble beginnings, Billy’s story is an inspiring testament to hard work, resilience and an excellent match between employee and workplace. A […]
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Some industries thrive for a time, then fade from the public consciousness. The pest control industry will likely never be in this category. The demand for pest control services isn’t going to diminish anytime soon. People who work in that industry can generally count on job security as long as termites, ants, rodents, cockroaches, etc., […]
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A lot of people lump all creepy-crawly creatures under the umbrella term “bug.” That’s true whether we’re talking about roaches, spiders, centipedes or millipedes. “Bug” really is a useful, colloquial shorthand for various arthropods (after all, it’s in the name Slug-A-Bug). But just what are arthropods and how do we distinguish between their various classes? […]
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Slug-A-Bug places emotional and financial health in the forefront by offering the SmartDollars and Marketplace Chaplains programs to all employees at no cost. These programs not only offer support in times of trouble, but also teach employees how to cope with daily the stressors of the modern world. SmartDollars SmartDollars is a comprehensive program designed […]
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Elliot Zace, general manager of Slug-A-Bug, is the new treasurer for the Florida Pest Management Association (FPMA). He was sworn in during the group’s recent expo in Orlando. The FPMA is a professional organization that promotes the interests of pest management professionals in Florida. Established in 1948, it promotes the highest standards of professionalism and […]
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We Floridians see them all the time. Walk along a wooden privacy fence and they scurry at your approach. Anole lizards are everywhere. The question is, are they pests? First, a little background. Florida is home to eight species of anole. The green anole is the only one native to our state. Other species, such […]
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Even when the economy is down, some businesses remain indispensable. Pest control is a service people always need, regardless of what’s going on in the economy. After all, termites, rodents, cockroaches and other pests don’t take time off. Homeowners are loath to share their residences with such creatures. As a result, calls keep coming in […]
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The impulse to rid one’s property of snakes is understandable: Some are venomous and pose a danger to humans. But most aren’t, and they help control genuine pests such as rodents. We should welcome these benign reptiles. One animal that Florida residents often mistake for a snake is the harmless glass lizard (genus Ophisaurus in […]
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The new school year is rapidly approaching, but that doesn’t mean it’s over for summer pests. Here in Florida, ticks prove to be a nuisance all year long. It is important to be aware so we can properly protect our pets and family from irritating bites and tick-borne diseases. There are several tick diseases in […]
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Are you in the job market? Slug-A-Bug is looking to fill positions in both the field and the office. Consider becoming part of our outstanding team. We’ve been a pest-control leader in Brevard County since 1982, winning Florida Today’s Best of the Best designations and Hometown News Readers’ Choice awards, year after year. Additionally, the […]
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